sábado, 25 de março de 2017

How to check which of the Processor, ARM, ARM64 or x86, powers your smartphone

Following the launch of Android Lollipop, installing the Xposed
Framework got even more confusing and complicated. Apart from knowing
separate installers for every Android version, you must also be familiar
with the exact details of the processor powering your handset, in order
to ensure that you end up downloading the compatible files.
Knowing the architecture of your device’s CPU does come in handy, not
only you can get successfully install the Xposed Framework, this
information is essential for installing custom ROMs. You might be
surprised to hear that dome certain sideloaded app updates are also
becoming architecture specific. So without further ado, let’s have a
look at how you can check which of the ARM, ARM 64 or x86 chip resides
in your smartphone.Step 1: Install Droid Hardware InfoTo know the CPU architecture, first you’ll need to install an
app that details you about the hardware available in the smartphone. The
best app for the purpose is the one called ‘Droid Hardware Info’. All
you need to do is search this app by name on the Google Play Store and
then tap on install to get the free app on your handset. Alternatively,
you can click here to get to the install page directly.

Step 2: Find Your CPU Architecture & Instruction SetsOnce the app is downloaded, open Droid Hardware Info and move
to the System tab. Here you’ll be shown various details of your
hardware, however just two of them will be of your concern – CPU
Architecture and Instruction Sets. Note down this information on a piece
of paper and then you can move on the next step.

Step 3: Convert That Info into a Common CPU NameUnfortunately, the information available in the CPU
Architecture and Instruction Sets section are not identical to the one
you’ll find in Xposed Installer, or other apps for that matter. But that
doesn’t mean you wont be able to figure out the required details. What
you need to do now is simply match the information you noted earlier
with the table we have provided below. This will then get you the common
name of your handset’s CPU type.

Name found on Droid Hardware Info

Common Name

ARMv7 or armeabi

ARM

AArch64 or arm64

ARM64

x86 or x86abi

x86

That is all guys, now you can head on an install apps like Xposed
Framework with the right information in your hands. Best of luck.more »

Finally, the wait is over. We all have been anxiously waiting for the
Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update for our beloved Galaxy S3 Mini and
it’s finally here. Of-course we are not talking about the official
firmware here, we are talking about a custom ROM. Previously, the custom
ROMs based on Android KitKat and Lollipop didn’t take long for the S3
Mini to come out. The Marshmallow wait was quite long. The new
Marshmallow firmware for the S3 Mini is based on CyanogenMod 13 custom
ROM.

CyanogenMod 13 Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow ROM for the S3 Mini has been
ported from a custom ROM of the Galaxy Ace 2. The ROM has got most of
the mainstream features like WiFi, Bluetooth, RIL, Camera, Audio/Video
working fine. You might find a few bugs in the ROM, and some features
will not work. Getting Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow on an old and
under-powered device like the S3 Mini is not less then a blessing so
those bugs shouldn’t feel itchy in the first place.
We are sure that you came here while looking for a method to upgrade
your phone to the latest piece of software. So, without any further ado
we will get back to what we were here for. In this post, you will find a
tutorial on how to install Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow on Galaxy S3 Mini I8190 via CyanogenMod 13 custom ROM. Let’s go through some early preparations and precautions and then begin flashing the ROM right away.Early Preparations

This ROM is only for Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini GT-I8190. Do not try this on any other device, please check your device’s model in Settings > About Device > Model.

Alright! Go ahead and flash the custom firmware, follow this guide to the letter.

Disclaimer: The methods involved in flashing custom
roms and rooting your phone are highly custom and may result in bricking
your device, and has nothing to do with Google or the device
manufacturer that is SAMSUNG in our case. Also rooting your device will
void its warranty and you will be no longer eligible for any kind of
free device services by the manufacturers/warranty providers. In case of
any mishap we may not be held responsible. Follow these instructions to
the letter to avoid any mishap or bricking. Make sure that whatever you
do, you are doing it at your own responsibility.

You should see the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow running on your device in a while.

That’s all!

First boot may take up to 10 minutes, you may not worry if it’s
taking that much long. In case it’s taking too long, you may boot into
TWRP recovery and wipe cache and dalvik cache and reboot your device as
it may fix the issue. In case your device is having issues, you may
return to your old system using the Nandroid backup or follow our guide here to install stock firmware.
Got any queries? Reach us out through the comment box below.Creditsmore »